i have two different answers does this vest have metal weights or sand pouches
29574
The one I received had the pouches filled with plastic beads not sand. Hope this helps. I use this vest regularly and am please with it.
1333128
Yes, the vest has a neoprene waist and velcro across the entire width. This will certainly appear "smaller" on you than on me (I am 5'4" and 130lbs.), but it will do the job of putting 10 pound of well distributed weight on your chest and back. (I have four of these now, each on stationed in a city I visit frequently. For me it really is that good.)
47062
There are two pockets that measure about 7" x 8". One is mesh and the other is the same material as the rest of the vest.
1867858
No weights... It's is like a tactical vest but for a dog. Med to large dog, large chest dog would be more ideal. It's has mole straps, same kind you would find on military gear. Very durable and can take heavy usage with ease. You can buy additional mole pouches and toss weights in those if need be, or buy a couple of mole canteens and fill with water for you dog. Be warned though if your dog is large like my female German Shepard poeple that see her wear it are hesitant to be near her, the vest makes her look more menacing.
1074593
I'm sorry I can't answer your question because when I got this product, there was NO vest and no mention of vest in the box at all. So sorry!
832235
This is the same vest. Each vest features - -Comfortable shoulder pads-Adjustable straps on both sides of both shoulders-Four standard M16/M4 magazine pouches-Two grenade pouches-Belt loops to incorporate the vest into a 1980's/90's style American Military webbing system, AKA A.L.I.C.E. system.
188902
The vest itself is made from nylon and enables you to carry Mags, optics, etc. It does not contain SAPI plates or Kevlar. Do you honestly think that a ballistic vest can cost 30 dollars?
1010202
Yes...but check my review to read what the actual dimensions and volume of the pockets are?my guess is that it can hold bags but you won't be able to add much weight that way..sand is not a good choice for this vest.....if you want to add 50 lbs or anything close to thatagain read my review
1769427
They are cast iron weights. About 3 pounds each. Works pretty well. Had the vest since christmas and ive had it on ever since. Its really improved my overall results :)))
531318
The weight slots/pockets look exactly like the long-style MIR vest that I own. If that is true, the biggest weights you can fit in there are 5 pounders (1 inch variety, as you mentioned) and only 2 of them in each slot. Also, NOT all 5 lb. weights will fit! Your best bet is to take your vest into a sporting goods store and trying adding two 5 lb. weights to a slot.I have to qualify all of this again by saying that I own an older (1 year old) LONG STYLE vest! It just so happens that the slots/pockets look exactly the same in the pics.
1010207
The vest has a zippered front and back compartment which I use to carry my wallet, iPhone and keys as well as metal rods from ankle weights and rolled quarters for weights. It should be able to carry sand bags no larger than the size of a fist. Probably 2 front n 2 back will fit. You can also use ziploc freezer bags n fill'em with sand to form-fit into the zippered compartment. The MIR vest is very sturdy n well made. Hope this helps.
562945
Yes, the weights are small iron bars, and the vest has a bunch of pockets in it, so you can add and remove weights as needed to adjust the overall weight of the vest.
331684
Yes the pistol mag pouches are not the belt, m4 pouches on the front. Awesome vest for kids.
1157534
All of the weights can be removed leaving only the vest itself, which probably weighs two or three pounds empty. Each weight is around 3 lbs i think.
1690344
Kit, the vest is moderately light weight. It is not heavy, but, I would certainly not consider this weight super light weight. I live in Tucson and do not find it hot. As for quick dry, I would say no. It is not quick dry material, it is more of a cotton blend. I use my vest for birding to hold my extra camera lenses, field guides and snacks. I love it, it does get too hot in the warmth of the desert days and is warm layer on chilly winter mornings in Arizona. Good luck!
1899785
no weights included - just a vest. I bought lead weights at a tire shop nearby.
644626
Yes, they are small pouches filled with sand that can be removed from the vest.